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AITA for refusing to pay my friend after my ferret "attacked" her $900 dress?
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Why does our protagonist sound so judgemental over her friend's attire? She said she didn't have to go and change after a date. If our protagonist has been acting this dismissive and callous, it's no wonder that the friend is reacting disproportionately.
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While paying the full $900 is really excessive, our protagonist should take accountability for her pet's behavior and pay some amount.
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Free-roaming ferret destroys 28-year-old woman's $900 silk dress, best friend refuses to take responsibility for her pet and pay for the damage: “Her lawyer dad sent me a letter saying I'm liable for damages"
We all know a Cat Dad or a Dog Mom, but there isn't a fun, parental name for those quirky individuals who choose to keep unusual pets. If I am not mistaken, there are no Rabbit Aunts, Snake Uncles, or Tarantula Godparents. I knew a girl in college who kept roaches. They weren't the kind you'd find under your floorboards or something; they were Madagascar Hissing Roaches – a variety of cockroach that is known to be quite docile. For some, this insect is a pest, for others a pet, and for chameleon-owners, a food source for their lizard.
In our story today, a mid-20s woman lets her unusual pet – a ferret – run amok during girls nights. His free-roaming presence has never caused an issue before, but when he spots a silky, satin dress, he cannot control himself, and he jumps on the shiny fabric. The dress tears, and its owner demands that our protagonist pay her back $900. Internet commenters are pretty split on who is at fault in this case. Scroll down to read the full story and debate.